Electrophysiology Lab Technician
Richmond, VA
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
5x8 hrs

Job Opportunity: EP Lab Tech (Radiology / Cardiology)

Location: Richmond, Virginia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Position: EP Lab Tech
• Minimum Experience: 2 years required
• Locals allowed at the same rate

Required Credentials & Documentation

Licensure & Certifications

• State License: VA state license required for CSTs and OR Techs; temporary RN licenses not accepted (permanent RN license required).
• ACLS, BLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC certifications as applicable (AHA only; no onsite renewals).
• Tech Certification Verification:

  • Certified OR Tech / Surgical Tech (CST) - NCCT accepted
  • EEG Techs: Clinical experience required, national certification not required
  • MRI Tech: ARRT required (AMRIT not accepted)
  • Sonography: ARRT(S), RDMS, RDCS, CCI, or RVT accepted
• NURSYS verification required for all RNs.
• NIH Stroke Certification as applicable.

Background Checks & Compliance

• Criminal background check within 60 days of start, including:

  • All states lived/worked in past 7 years
  • State of permanent residence
  • VA Statewide Repository Search
  • SS Trace
  • All counties lived/worked in past 7 years
  • Nationwide check
  • FACIS Level 3
  • Sex Offender Registry
  • Education Verification (diploma accepted in lieu)
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start.
• Fingerprinting: Virginia State Police National Criminal Background Check fingerprint results required for certain units and candidates; proof of submission must be on file prior to start.
• Virginia Central Registry (CPS) Search and documentation required for Pediatrics, NICU, Psych units, and specific facilities; candidates may start with results pending if proof of submission is on file.

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical Exam within 1 year attesting ability to meet physical demands.
• Tdap vaccine required; declination accepted with handwritten signature.
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray (Q-gold/T-spot within 30 days of start or two PPDs as specified).
• TB Questionnaire updated annually.
• Titers required for Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella; booster required if low titer.
• Hepatitis B: titer, vaccine series, or declination required.
• Drug Testing within 60 days of start; 9-panel minimum (instant drug screens not accepted).
• Seasonal Flu Vaccination or approved exemption required for 2025-26 season (no declinations accepted).

Competency & Skills

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam required for RNs and LVNs/LPNs as applicable.
• Color Blind Testing required.
• Competency Exam required; Sonography or Vascular Tech competency accepted for those roles.
• Abuse Reporting Competency covering physical/sexual abuse, domestic violence, neglect/exploitation of elderly or incapacitated adults.
• Skills Checklist updated annually; Sonography or Vascular Tech skills accepted.

Orientation & Facility Specific Requirements

• Pharmacology Exam, Point of Care Testing, Airborne Precaution Mask Fitting at orientation (not pass/fail).
• Basic Knowledge Assessment Tool (BKAT) for RNs and LPNs in Tele/Step-Down, Progressive Care, ICU units.
• Completion of assigned learning modules (~6 hours) during orientation week.
• HIPAA Acknowledgement required prior to start.
• Candidates must bring mask (cloth acceptable), non-wireless headphones, and laptop/cell phone or notify if not available.

References & History

• Two professional references required.
• Complete application/resume required.
• Performance evaluations completed at end of assignment, not required prior to start.

This position requires strict adherence to all credentialing, background checks, health, and competency requirements as outlined. Candidates must be prepared to complete all documentation and testing within specified timeframes to ensure compliance and timely start.